Parent Share for Subsidy Families

If you’re receiving tuition assistance through your local Department of Social Services (DSS) or another agency, you may be assigned a Parent Share—a weekly amount you’re responsible for paying out-of-pocket.

Here’s everything you need to know:

What is a Parent Share?

Your Parent Share is the portion of your child care tuition not covered by your subsidy agency. It is determined by your caseworker based on your income, household size, and other eligibility criteria.

The agency will send us documentation outlining your:

• Approved subsidy start date

• Covered days/hours

• Parent Share amount

  
  

How to Pay Your Parent Share

Parent Share payments are managed through your Playground Parent Portal. To learn how to make a payment, see How to Pay Your Tuition.

Here's how it works:

• Once your subsidy is approved, your Parent Share invoice will be generated weekly

• You’ll receive an invoice 3 days before the due date

• You must set up automatic payments through Playground

• Payment is due weekly (typically on Wednesdays) for the following week’s care

📌 Parent Share amounts are subject to your agency’s guidelines and may change if your circumstances or subsidy status change.

🧾 What Happens if You Don’t Pay?

To remain in good standing:

• Parent Share payments must be made in full and on time

• A $15 late fee will be charged if payment is not made by the day after the due date

• Accounts with more than 2 weeks overdue may be suspended from care

• Unpaid balances may be reported to your caseworker, which could impact your eligibility to continue receiving benefits

  
  

🚫 Reminder: No Refunds on Parent Share Payments

Once a Parent Share payment is processed, it is non-refundable, even if your child does not attend on a scheduled day.

💬 Questions About Your Parent Share?

We’re happy to help clarify your balance, invoices, or payment schedule.

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